Best Podcast Episodes About Houthis
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Updated: Mar 30, 2026 – 25 episodes
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A listener reveals their bizarre 11-year revenge plan of mailing toenail clippings to their childhood bully. The absurdity of this petty revenge, combined with the comedic commentary from the hosts, makes for a hilariously entertaining segment.
“And there's a new but not totally unexpected development in the Iran conflict. After weeks of holding back, the Iranian-backed Houthis have now launched their first attack on Israel since the war began, opening another front in the conflict. The Houthis fired what they described as a barrage of ballistic missiles toward Israeli military targets on Saturday. Air defenses in the state intercepted at least one of those incoming missiles, and at this point, there are no reports of injuries or casualties, or whether the other projectiles even made it to Israeli airspace. Regular …”
“And there's a new but not totally unexpected development in the Iran conflict. After weeks of holding back, the Iranian-backed Houthis have now launched their first attack on Israel since the war began, opening another front in the conflict. The Houthis fired what they described as a barrage of ballistic missiles toward Israeli military targets on Saturday. Air defenses in the state intercepted at least one of those incoming missiles, and at this point, there are no reports of injuries or casualties, or whether the other projectiles even made it to Israeli airspace. Regular PDB listeners will know that for weeks, the Houthis had been signaling that they were ready to enter the fight, threatening escalation while ultimately holding back. And that hesitation mattered. It kept another front from opening, and it gave the U.S. and its allies at least some room to contain how far this conflict could spread in the region. …”
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The escalation of the US-Iran conflict with Houthi involvement threatens global commerce and energy security, pressuring the US and its allies.
The escalation of the US-Iran conflict with Houthi involvement threatens global commerce and pressures the US and its allies, highlighting the fragility of international agreements.
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In a bizarre twist of events, two would-be terrorists throw explosive devices at a protest but end up looking more like clumsy theater kids than dangerous criminals. The host hilariously critiques their incompetence, expressing embarrassment for their buffoonery while highlighting the absurdity of their actions. It's a wild ride through a serious topic, made laughable by the sheer ineptitude of the suspects.
“… we haven't been talking enough. We have here on this program, but we all should be talking much more about the Strait in the Red see now that the Houthis have gotten involved in the war joining Iran. For now, the Houthis said they're targeting Israel. They've been continuing to launch ballistic missiles as Israel. This as the IDF chief of staff says that they are running low on interceptors and military supplies. And the IDF says that they're really on the cusp of a full-fledged breakdown right now. And the Houthis say for now they're just targeting Israel, but if the United States works with …”
“… need to talk about things like aluminum as well. And that's why this supply shock that's taking place involves all of these critical resources as well. And again, we've been very much focused on the Persian Gulf right now with the Strait of Hormuz, but we haven't been talking enough. We have here on this program, but we all should be talking much more about the Strait in the Red see now that the Houthis have gotten involved in the war joining Iran. For now, the Houthis said they're targeting Israel. They've been continuing to launch ballistic missiles as Israel. This as the IDF chief of staff says that they are running low on interceptors and military supplies. And the IDF says that they're really on the cusp of a full-fledged breakdown right now. And the Houthis say for now they're just targeting Israel, but if the United States works with Israel to target the Houthis or target any interest in the Red Sea or if there further escalation the Houthis say that they will once again try to shut down commerce in the Red Sea as they were able to severely disrupt it to the extent of 90 of commerce in the Red Sea was basically halted. You may recall back in 2023, 2024, as a result of the Houthi …”
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The Trump administration's handling of the Strait of Hormuz crisis is mocked by Iranian leaders, highlighting the administration's lack of strategic foresight and the potential for escalating conflict.
The conflict involving Iran is causing a severe supply shock across critical resources, potentially driving oil prices to $200 per barrel if the Red Sea commerce is disrupted.
The U.S. military response to Iran's rejection of a peace proposal could lead to severe disruptions in global commerce, particularly in the Red Sea, and skyrocket oil prices to $200 per barrel.
The escalating US-Iran conflict and Houthi involvement could lead to severe disruptions in global oil supply, potentially driving prices to $200 per barrel.
Trump's actions are mocked by Iran, and the situation risks escalating into a full-scale conflict that could severely disrupt global oil markets.
“Donald Trump is panicking as the Houthis of Yemen have officially entered his catastrophic war in Iran. Last night, the Houthis lobbed ballistic missiles into Israel. Israel claims it was able to intercept said ballistic missiles, but this is the first time that the Houthis have officially been involved in the war. Previously, they've been waiting on the sidelines, stating that they're ready for Iran's order to activate them. The Houthis previously have been able to show that they …”
“Donald Trump is panicking as the Houthis of Yemen have officially entered his catastrophic war in Iran. Last night, the Houthis lobbed ballistic missiles into Israel. Israel claims it was able to intercept said ballistic missiles, but this is the first time that the Houthis have officially been involved in the war. Previously, they've been waiting on the sidelines, stating that they're ready for Iran's order to activate them. The Houthis previously have been able to show that they could cause mass disruption of commerce in the Red Sea. We've been focused on the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran, which now controls it with an iron fist. The Strait of Hormuz is in the Persian Gulf, right? That's where 25% of the world's oil essentially is exported from. But we should also be focusing on the Red Sea. There you have the …”
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Donald Trump is in a state of panic as the Houthis of Yemen have officially entered the conflict, launching ballistic missiles into Israel. This marks a significant escalation, as the Houthis had been waiting for Iran's order to engage, and their involvement could lead to catastrophic consequences for global commerce, especially if they target key shipping routes like the Strait of Bab al-Mandab. The implications for the economy and international security are immense.
“terms of diplomacy. And what about the Houthis threatening to join the war? What is the significance of that blocking the Suez How do at least your Israeli sources assess that development The Houthis have actually joined the war but they have not closed the Red Sea and the Strait there And the meaning of that is that this is analyzed by sources across the region by the way, not only Israelis, as Iran trying to make its hand slightly better in the negotiations, towards the negotiations with …”
“terms of diplomacy. And what about the Houthis threatening to join the war? What is the significance of that blocking the Suez How do at least your Israeli sources assess that development The Houthis have actually joined the war but they have not closed the Red Sea and the Strait there And the meaning of that is that this is analyzed by sources across the region by the way, not only Israelis, as Iran trying to make its hand slightly better in the negotiations, towards the negotiations with the United States. And that's the reason that they're now using the Houthis. It's still not a full entry of the Houthis to this war. But the fact that the Houthis are willing to go belligerent, to go aggressive, is meaningful. Fred, Marines are heading to the Gulf. They may already be there as part of what is talked about as some kind of ground …”
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The Houthis have escalated their involvement in the conflict, signaling Iran's strategic maneuvering in negotiations with the U.S. This shift is significant, as it complicates the diplomatic efforts while U.S. Marines are simultaneously being deployed to the Gulf, showcasing the dual approach of military operations and diplomacy in wartime.
“… in this war? It's getting even uglier. Donald Trump's unlawful war, an unmitigated catastrophe. As I reported earlier this morning, last night, the Houthis of Yemen, the Iran-backed group that controls major parts of Yemen, they have officially entered the war, and they said while they're not shutting down the Bab-el-Mandab Strait yet, they're prepared to if things further escalate they started launching ballistic missiles into Israel and they said that they officially in the war they not shutting down the strait of Bab al yet but they getting ready to in the Red Sea We already know the Strait of …”
“… weaponization of the Justice Department, attacking New York Attorney General Letitia James, attacking President Zelensky of Ukraine, attacking former President Biden, saying that Zelensky helped Biden in the elections. But what's actually happening in this war? It's getting even uglier. Donald Trump's unlawful war, an unmitigated catastrophe. As I reported earlier this morning, last night, the Houthis of Yemen, the Iran-backed group that controls major parts of Yemen, they have officially entered the war, and they said while they're not shutting down the Bab-el-Mandab Strait yet, they're prepared to if things further escalate they started launching ballistic missiles into Israel and they said that they officially in the war they not shutting down the strait of Bab al yet but they getting ready to in the Red Sea We already know the Strait of Hormuz is now under the iron fist control of Iran And even yesterday during a G7 meeting in France, as I reported earlier today, Marco Rubio told the other G7 nations, we're all likely going to just have to live with the fact that after this war ends Iran will now fully control the Strait of Hormuz and they will set up a toll-like system where you …”
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Donald Trump's recent actions have turned an already catastrophic war into a disaster, with the Houthis officially entering the conflict and launching missiles into Israel. As the situation escalates, Trump distracts with attacks on political opponents, while the G7 anticipates Iran's control over vital shipping routes. This troubling scenario raises questions about America's future role and Trump's potential 'victory' narrative.
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In this reflective segment from a podcast, the host shares a vivid account of life as a gold miner, emphasizing the emotional rollercoaster of finding value in hard work despite minimal financial gain. They recount a typical evening routine filled with the simple pleasures of cooking and counting gold flakes, revealing deeper thoughts on solitude and perseverance in the mining community. This narrative captures the essence of the mining experience and the philosophical musings that accompany it.
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The higher oil prices put pressure on Donald Trump and the United States to end the conflict in Iran, as war-driven inflation harms domestic sentiment and global stability.
The higher oil prices due to Trump's actions in Iran increase domestic inflation and public dissatisfaction, pressuring the U.S. to end the conflict.
The higher oil prices due to U.S.-Iran tensions are putting pressure on Donald Trump to end the conflict as it leads to domestic inflation and public dissatisfaction.
The volatility in oil prices due to the Iran conflict is creating a 'kangaroo market,' where prices fluctuate wildly but ultimately remain sideways, impacting global stock markets and political pressures.
“… mantra in Washington is, oh, we've serviced all these targets, and there's only a few left, and it's great. We did that already, supposedly, to the Houthis, who had been shut. They shut down the southern end of the Red Sea, another choke point waterway called the Babu Mandab, pouring billions of dollars worth of precision weapons, supposedly, into those Houthi positions. Now, the Houthis, compared to the IRGC, are a ragtag bunch of guys, and yet, over that year and a half two years never affected their ability to choke off that waterway and so now if we think we're going to force our way in yeah …”
“again, the mantra in Washington is, oh, we've serviced all these targets, and there's only a few left, and it's great. We did that already, supposedly, to the Houthis, who had been shut. They shut down the southern end of the Red Sea, another choke point waterway called the Babu Mandab, pouring billions of dollars worth of precision weapons, supposedly, into those Houthi positions. Now, the Houthis, compared to the IRGC, are a ragtag bunch of guys, and yet, over that year and a half two years never affected their ability to choke off that waterway and so now if we think we're going to force our way in yeah to hormuz just for for our for our audience for our audience on a sunday morning just for people that have been over there and had to deal with this you got the houthis you got guys in afghanistan this is kind of i say the equivalent of the scotch-irish in Appalachia. These are tough hombres. The Houthis, the Egyptian army lost, I think, 25,000 men …”
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Despite extensive military operations, Iran's forces remain resilient, challenging U.S. and allied efforts to control key waterways like the Bab el Mandeb. Historical conflicts reveal that even powerful militaries have struggled against groups like the Houthis, suggesting that current strategies may not yield the expected results. As tensions escalate, the effectiveness of U.S. military objectives is increasingly questioned.
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During a recent hearing, Hillary Clinton discussed Jeffrey Epstein's potential ties to foreign intelligence, stating it was a fruitful area for investigation. She addressed bizarre off-topic questions about UFOs, emphasizing the importance of disclosing information while criticizing the hearing's focus away from the victims of Epstein's crimes. This segment highlights the strange intersection of serious allegations and speculative inquiries in a high-profile political context.
“… And they've got the initiatives and they pulled last night. I think one of the one of their they've got a couple of aces in the hole. And that's the Houthis. The Houthis lit up, launched on Israel. Now, I believe the missile was stopped. But once they get into the conflict, then you've expanded to the entire Arabian Peninsula. And we're fighting at the gates of with the gate of tears down at the Red Sea like we were last summer. So in the conduct of the war, how important to me, it's central. This is an Arab fight. It's Arab versus Persians. And I realize you're saying, hey, you make it …”
“… initiative because they're getting crushed. They're getting defanged and declawed every day. And if you look at the sortie list that they're still to go, I think it's 6,000. They're going to get worse. But they've got this is an asymmetric war now. And they've got the initiatives and they pulled last night. I think one of the one of their they've got a couple of aces in the hole. And that's the Houthis. The Houthis lit up, launched on Israel. Now, I believe the missile was stopped. But once they get into the conflict, then you've expanded to the entire Arabian Peninsula. And we're fighting at the gates of with the gate of tears down at the Red Sea like we were last summer. So in the conduct of the war, how important to me, it's central. This is an Arab fight. It's Arab versus Persians. And I realize you're saying, hey, you make it nationalistic, Arab versus Persian. They're going to be fighting 100 years from now. Well, hey, maybe they are fighting 100 years from now, but we ain't fighting 100 years from now. You're one of the ones most concerned about this, about getting the Arabs in there, Dr. Thayer? Yeah, that's a cause of concern because we want – this is a military effort, right? …”
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The current war is not merely about Tehran; it's an expanding conflict rooted in an Arab versus Persian struggle. While Iran's military is suffering, they are leveraging asymmetric tactics, drawing in regional players like the Houthis, which could escalate the conflict further. The stakes are high, with allies pursuing their own agendas that complicate America's military objectives.
“The war is expanding. It's not contracting. The Saudis hit yesterday. The Houthis overnight or a couple hours ago lit off some missiles into Israel. At least any reports right now, they have not done anything on the Red Sea or anything of the traffic to the Red Sea. Or there are some U.S. Navy elements down there, nothing on those elements. You know, we fought, I think, the Houthis probably better than a draw this summer, but they punch way above their weight. Also, I think Marco Rubio, who's one of the architects of this, …”
“The war is expanding. It's not contracting. The Saudis hit yesterday. The Houthis overnight or a couple hours ago lit off some missiles into Israel. At least any reports right now, they have not done anything on the Red Sea or anything of the traffic to the Red Sea. Or there are some U.S. Navy elements down there, nothing on those elements. You know, we fought, I think, the Houthis probably better than a draw this summer, but they punch way above their weight. Also, I think Marco Rubio, who's one of the architects of this, remember, Marco wears two hats. The secretary of state had things being way overplayed. He's national security advisor. He's one of the chief architects of this. And obviously, he's quite nervous. He's been in the witness protection program for a couple of weeks, doing no media since he had the disastrous. Going to the mics, telling us really what …”
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The ongoing war is expanding, with the Houthis launching missiles into Israel, highlighting the growing complexity of Middle Eastern military actions. While U.S. military strategies focus on maintaining navigation in the Persian Gulf, questions arise about the effectiveness of airstrikes and whether Arab nations are ready to take a more active role in their defense. This situation demands urgent discussions among regional powers to address the escalating tensions.
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Trump's actions have radicalized Iran further, leading to a self-defeating cycle of increased oil prices and geopolitical instability.
“… Middle East. Hamas is Iran. The people who attacked Israel on 10-7, that's Iran. Hezbollah who shell them constantly from Lebanon, that's Iran. The Houthis taking out our shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, that's Iran. Virtually all the bad stuff in the Middle East is Iran. And Iran is building up nuclear capabilities and was doing this even when they made the deal saying to Obama that they wouldn't.”
“… of the Iranian people. Hank, wrong. It's totally wrong because he doesn't understand who the Iranians are. So he made them extraordinarily powerful. He built them up. Everybody was afraid of them. They are the source of almost every misery in the Middle East. Hamas is Iran. The people who attacked Israel on 10-7, that's Iran. Hezbollah who shell them constantly from Lebanon, that's Iran. The Houthis taking out our shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, that's Iran. Virtually all the bad stuff in the Middle East is Iran. And Iran is building up nuclear capabilities and was doing this even when they made the deal saying to Obama that they wouldn't.”
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Barack Obama's 2015 nuclear deal with Iran inadvertently strengthened a malevolent regime that fuels chaos in the Middle East. By lifting sanctions and providing financial relief, Obama empowered Iran, which is now linked to attacks by Hamas and Hezbollah. This miscalculation has led to a dangerous geopolitical landscape, where Iran's influence grows unchecked.
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Iran's regime is leveraging its control over the Strait of Hormuz to threaten global trade and energy prices, showcasing the dangers of a nuclear-capable Iran. As Iranian sleeper cells are activated globally, the U.S. faces increasing pressure to respond. This situation raises critical questions about why we would allow such a regime to maintain power while it endangers international stability.
“… it comes to California. On top of all the tax, wow. Anyway, let's go to B7. Let's put this one up here on the screen. You flagged this one. The Houthis are now threatening to actually enter the war. They say regarding the decision to stand alongside Iran, this decision has been made. We are monitoring the situation with our finger on the trigger. Therefore, Yemen's participation is a matter of time. I think what this demonstrates – because remember, what they would be able to try and shut down is the Red Sea. And if you take a look at a map right now with this closure of the Straits of Hormuz, …”
“… so high in California. I don't know what you people are doing out there. I know the weather's nice, but at a certain point, I just don't get it, unless you're filthy rich, which I know most of them are. I've seen the average income statements whenever it comes to California. On top of all the tax, wow. Anyway, let's go to B7. Let's put this one up here on the screen. You flagged this one. The Houthis are now threatening to actually enter the war. They say regarding the decision to stand alongside Iran, this decision has been made. We are monitoring the situation with our finger on the trigger. Therefore, Yemen's participation is a matter of time. I think what this demonstrates – because remember, what they would be able to try and shut down is the Red Sea. And if you take a look at a map right now with this closure of the Straits of Hormuz, there's the Saudi Arabian pipeline, the east-west pipeline, which is trying to export about 70 percent of their current oil capacity from the pipeline around the Straits of Hormuz. Now, the issue, though, is that if the Houthis were to enter, I think that would be like a dead man switch on the entire region. You close the Straits of Hormuz and you …”
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The escalation of the US-Iran conflict, with potential Houthi involvement, could lead to a complete shutdown of oil exports in the region, severely impacting global energy security.
The potential involvement of the Houthis in the US-Iran conflict could lead to a complete shutdown of oil exports in the region, escalating the crisis significantly.
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When gas prices dropped during Trump's presidency, major networks like CNN and MSNBC barely covered it. However, as prices surged again, these outlets suddenly made it a lead story. This highlights how journalism often prioritizes sensationalism over balanced reporting, especially in politically charged contexts.
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Bam Adebayo shocked the NBA world by scoring 83 points, more than doubling his previous career high of 41. This unexpected achievement raises questions about the potential for players to reach 100 points in a game, highlighting how Adebayo's style isn't typically associated with high scoring. The conversation draws parallels to historical scoring feats, making this moment even more remarkable.
“… problem in the Middle East tracks back to Iran. Hezbollah, Iran. Shia militias that are destroying and threatening Iraq? Iran. Hamas? Iran. The Houthis? Iran. Assad when he was in Syria? Iran. Everywhere you turn, they're behind all of them. They are a destabilizing, dangerous, evil force that had to be dealt with. They have to be weakened.”
“… The Iranian, well, he's an expert in genocide. They're experts in that because, you know, they sponsor terrorism all over the world. And they've killed thousands and thousands of people. Look at the Middle East. Look at the Middle East, guys. Every problem in the Middle East tracks back to Iran. Hezbollah, Iran. Shia militias that are destroying and threatening Iraq? Iran. Hamas? Iran. The Houthis? Iran. Assad when he was in Syria? Iran. Everywhere you turn, they're behind all of them. They are a destabilizing, dangerous, evil force that had to be dealt with. They have to be weakened.”
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Marco Rubio boldly states that the Iranian regime has been a threat for 47 years, using the nation's wealth to fund terrorism instead of improving the lives of its people. He emphasizes the urgent need to weaken this regime to prevent them from acquiring nuclear weapons, which would pose a global threat. Rubio's passionate remarks highlight the ongoing dangers posed by Iran to the Middle East and beyond.
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